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I have an 85 auto my wife would be thrilled if I sold. You specified 5 speed, so figured you wouldn't be interested. Needs a lot of love, but is completely original and rust free. Motor runs, but smokes. seems pretty low production 2R red, PW, PDL, A/C factory radio am/fm cass. I rescued it for fear that someone would part it out Has sunroof that I suspect is aftermarket. Just doesn't look like ones I have had in the past. If it is they did a great job and doesn't leak. I drove it onto the trailer, so that's all I know. Some crappy pictures in my albums. I would sell for 2200.00

You want what you want and there is nothing wrong with that but it sure is not all that difficult to change one over to a 5 speed. Done a few. The Autos sell for less and usually are not beat on and then are worth more after you convert them so you get your money back. Just a suggestion. You know what's right for you. Good luck with your search!

I agree with that, seems automatic four eyed foxes and euros are the cleanest lately. And like you said "not beat on", and not in demand, "yet".

Good luck with your search! I will keep an eye out down here for you.

Originally Posted by homer302

You want what you want and there is nothing wrong with that but it sure is not all that difficult to change one over to a 5 speed. Done a few. The Autos sell for less and usually are not beat on and then are worth more after you convert them so you get your money back. Just a suggestion. You know what's right for you. Good luck with your search!

Pull the center console and the auto and shifter and kickdown
remove the flex plate
install piolot bearing or bushing
get a new flywheel from Mcparts. 50 oz imbalance for a 5.0L. The lighter the better. Autozone has a 21lb flywheel vs factory 30
install clutch and pressure plate
Source and install a bellhousing with release fork and throw out bearing
Either use an adjustable pivot bolt, crank shims, etc - make sure the clutch fork is positioned properly for release and engagement
swap pedals and install clutch quadrant with adjuster. UPR 3 prong works great but their clutch cables suck
Bolt up T5
install driveshaft
instsll crossmember
fill T5
install exhaust
calculate speedo gear off trans speedo drive gear
loop the neutral safety switch at the T5
unloop the clutch release switch under the dash
Start car and bang gears

Note : clutch cable.... these days a new one is best purchased from Maximum motorsports

i recommend a T5Z for strength and close ratio fun through the gears. 3.90:1 or 4.10 rear gears are about right out of the hole on slicks with 400HP or less and the 2.95:1 1st gear in the z. Z has 0.63:1 OD - same as most 6 speeds.

Pull the center console and the auto and shifter and kickdown
remove the flex plate
install piolot bearing or bushing
get a new flywheel from Mcparts. 50 oz imbalance for a 5.0L. The lighter the better. Autozone has a 21lb flywheel vs factory 30
install clutch and pressure plate
Source and install a bellhousing with release fork and throw out bearing
Either use an adjustable pivot bolt, crank shims, etc - make sure the clutch fork is positioned properly for release and engagement
swap pedals and install clutch quadrant with adjuster. UPR 3 prong works great but their clutch cables suck
Bolt up T5
install driveshaft
instsll crossmember
fill T5
install exhaust
calculate speedo gear off trans speedo drive gear
loop the neutral safety switch at the T5
unloop the clutch release switch under the dash
Start car and bang gears

Note : clutch cable.... these days a new one is best purchased from Maximum motorsports

i recommend a T5Z for strength and close ratio fun through the gears. 3.90:1 or 4.10 rear gears are about right out of the hole on slicks with 400HP or less and the 2.95:1 1st gear in the z. Z has 0.63:1 OD - same as most 6 speeds.

It sound easy enough, I read that swapping the pedals is a real PIA!! Apart from dropping the steering wheel are there any other tricks to make it go better?

best way to do the pedals if its your first time is to drop the steering column and remove it from the car. its not that bad. the 5 speed pedals bolt right in. not sure how big you are? might also be better to take drivers seat out to make room.

I have an 85 auto my wife would be thrilled if I sold. You specified 5 speed, so figured you wouldn't be interested. Needs a lot of love, but is completely original and rust free. Motor runs, but smokes. seems pretty low production 2R red, PW, PDL, A/C factory radio am/fm cass. I rescued it for fear that someone would part it out Has sunroof that I suspect is aftermarket. Just doesn't look like ones I have had in the past. If it is they did a great job and doesn't leak. I drove it onto the trailer, so that's all I know. Some crappy pictures in my albums. I would sell for 2200.00

I'm in Darlington, right down the street. I'm interested in your coupe.